Moroccan imports of fresh fruit are characterized by a high demand for pears, according to statements from Moroccan fruit importers. Among all types of pears, consumer preference is clearly for Conference pears, which make up the majority of import volumes, reports El Yazid Bennouna, CEO of EB Fleg. read more

De Ruiter East Africa is introducing Bahati, a new rose variety by Genviv that, according to Rohit Patil, Sales and Marketing Manager, holds strong potential for the Kenyan market. "The name Bahati comes from Swahili and means 'good luck' or 'fortune'. And that is exactly what we hope this. read more

"This was our first time participating in this exhibition, and we are happy with the results. We plan to expand our business in Georgia," said Omar Papi, the CEO of Futura Srl, at the conclusion of the Agro Food Expo in Tbilisi. "From here, we will also expand to Armenia and the surrounding countries." read more

The National Fourth Range Union was established yesterday, Tuesday, December 2nd, the Association of Producer Organizations (AOP) that brings together the main players in the bagged salad supply chain, with the aim of revitalizing a sector facing difficulties. read more

The Peruvian blueberry season is now also coming to an end in the sandy soils of Pisco, some 250 km south of Lima. That's the location where the company Valle y Pampa has been cultivating this kind of berry for 15 years, and with its portfolio of selected varieties, it guarantees work for. read more

Polska branża grzybowa w ostatnich latach dynamicznie się rozwijała, zarówno pod względem wielkości produkcji, jak i profesjonalizacji całego łańcucha dostaw. Wzrasta znaczenie nowoczesnych technologii, automatyzacji i standardów jakości, które są teraz niezbędne. read more

Nearly three years after Cyclone Gabrielle, Hawke's Bay apple grower Paul Paynter says remedial work across orchards is still ongoing and financial pressure remains. Paynter, of the Yummy Fruit Company, reports continued replanting and clean-up, including removing unexpected willow trees. read more

"I have been working in horticulture in a highly specialized context since I was a child. It is a world that fascinates me and, despite its challenges, has been a constant presence in my life until today. Currently, we are seeing a significant increase in business due to the trust of consumers," reports. read more

Exports of mandarins from Morocco to Russia have seen a significant increase in the first months of 2025. According to data from Russia's Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance, shipments have reached 31.6 thousand tons, marking a 74% rise from 18.2 thousand tons in the same period of 2024. read more

Dominika Kozarzewska, President of the Polish Blueberry Producers Group and Poland's representative in the International Blueberry Organization, emphasizes that a dedicated Fresh CPK terminal within the Central Communication Port could be a crucial factor in driving the development of Poland's fruit industry... read more

FreshPlaza notes that there is a higher availability of spring onions from Egypt this season, but demand is not as strong due to the economic situation abroad. Multiple exporters are shipping large quantities of spring onions. read more

For 20 years now, the company Ludwig Schenk has been supplying retailers, wholesalers, restaurateurs, and institutional caterers in a wide radius with all kinds of cut produce. What once began as a modest production facility to supplement the traditional fruit and vegetable wholesale business has now grown into a reputable source for high-quality prepared fruits and vegetables. read more

More and more growers are using Floriday Daytrade to showcase their products to buyers in the early stages. This feature allows them to expand their market reach and better synchronize with the logistical operations in the supply chain. Winco Holland is one of them. read more

The IV Gamma Union is born, a new association of producer organizations that brings together some of the main players in ready-made salads. The coalition's objective is to give a boost to a sector that, despite growing consumption, suffers from economic sustainability issues. read more

"The past two South African grape seasons started promisingly, but this year the tone is more cautious," notes Jan Rozema of Prime Fruit Partners. "Europe has been in the market longer than in previous years. In addition, more Peruvian and Brazilian grapes entered early in the season, partly." read more

This week's South African AMT Fresh Produce Market Report by Dr Johann van der Merwe indicates that blueberry prices are still facing challenges and are likely to remain under pressure for the rest of the year. However, there is a possibility of a recovery starting from mid-January through April. Demand for vegetables has strengthened. read more

Produce companies Frutas Pejose and Zyrfresh have recently been added to the list of firms in the industry that have entered insolvency proceedings, a trend that has been responsible for many corporate bankruptcies in the Region of Murcia in recent years. In recent months, the number of insolvency filings has increased significantly. read more